Support Eco-Driving
CAA and Pollution Probe encourage the federal government to support Eco-Driving and the role of individual motorists in preserving our environment. The federal government needs to be an active partner in this approach, through education, awareness and incentives to encourage Canadians to change their mindset and behaviour about their mobility options.
Mobility should be considered a combination of personal vehicle, carpooling, car-sharing, and public transportation, as well as other methods by which Canadians, goods and services travel.
To meet this goal, CAA and Pollution Probe recommend:
- Make Eco-Driving a national objective and lead the development of education and awareness programs.
- Increase Eco-Driving options by supporting the expansion of walking, cycling, car pooling, car-sharing and public transportation infrastructure.
- Introduce economic incentives to encourage and sustain consumer demand for more fuel efficient automobiles.